Concerning Marc Guéhi and Kenan Yildiz – Who Might Be on the Move during the January Transfer Market?
This winter transfer market proves to be a period of feverish rumour and potential big-money transfers. A number of high-profile stars are being linked with transfers away from their current clubs. This article explores a selection of the top figures that are poised to be on the move this month.
A. Semenyo
Although Ghana's failure to qualify for the Africa Cup of Nations, this has kept the forward in contention, it appears an important transfer is imminent. This Bournemouth attacker has a contract featuring a substantial buy-out clause active for a short window in early January. Recent reports indicate Manchester City look to have won the race for his signature. Former suitors like Chelsea and Tottenham reportedly have moved on to other targets, leaving teams like Manchester United or Liverpool to make a late move.
Marc Guéhi
The English centre-back has continued to excel for Palace this season a previous move to Anfield collapsing. As his contract due to expire in the close season, January is the club's last chance to secure a fee for their captain. A host of top clubs, such as City and multiple continental powerhouses including Bayern Munich, Real Madrid, and Barcelona, reportedly be interested. Yet, a January exit is considered difficult, especially given the coach's dependence on the defender.
Brennan Johnson
This Welsh forward has had first-team opportunities hard to come by at Tottenham this campaign. Although finishing as the club's top scorer last season, Johnson has started only a handful of league matches. It is understood the North London outfit would be willing to consider a transfer for the right valuation, thought to be in the region of £40 million. The Cherries appear to be at the front of the queue, with Aston Villa, Brentford, and Crystal Palace also showing an interest.
Tottenham value Brennan Johnson at approximately forty million pounds.
R. Neves
This Portugal playmaker might be poised for a return to the English top flight following a spell in the Saudi Pro League. Still only twenty-eight, while his contract ending in the summer, he represents a possible opportunity. Teams like Manchester United and Liverpool have been linked with the former Wolves man. Additionally, there have been rumours from Spain that he is willing to take a pay cut for a switch to the Spanish giants.
Marc-André ter Stegen
The veteran German goalkeeper finds himself as the third option at Barça following new manager Flick. Having fallen out of favour and had an operation, a winter exit looks highly probable. Aston Villa were once linked as a potential destination, but that option now appears unlikely. Instead, interest from Saudi Arabia and Turkey are reportedly showing interest in the keeper.
I. Toney
The proven English centre-forward has kept scoring frequently in the Middle East. A return to the Premier League might enhance his fading hopes of being in the England World Cup. However, arranging a transfer presents significant challenges. His current club do not wish to part with him, and his reported huge weekly wages make any move complicated. Tottenham, Manchester United, and Everton have all been linked as interested parties.
Ivan Toney was instrumental as Al-Ahli to a win in the domestic cup showpiece.
Conor Gallagher
The energetic English midfielder attracted widespread attention in the summer but remained at Atlético. With limited starts in La Liga this term, he may be eager to find more playing time ahead of the tournament. United are heavily connected, and a move back to Selhurst Park, where he shone on a temporary deal, is also a option, although wage demands could prove a stumbling block.
Harvey Elliott
Although excelling and winning the best player award at the U21 Euros last summer, this young midfielder has struggled for game time during his loan spell at Aston Villa. The manager has stated the loan move won't become permanent. Because of specific rules about representing multiple teams in a season, a return to Liverpool prior to next season seems to be the sole viable outcome.
K. Yildiz
The highly-rated Turkey forward has been in fine form for the Italian giants this term. As his existing deal running down, a host of English clubs – including Tottenham, Arsenal, Chelsea, and Liverpool – are monitoring the situation. The Turin club are eager to secure the 20-year-old to a new long-term agreement but are in a race to retain one of Europe's brightest young talents.
K. Smit
This highly-touted Netherlands teenage midfielder has drawn comparisons to Kevin De Bruyne for his style of play. Following starring at the U19 Euros, Smit has broken into the AZ Alkmaar first team. The 19-year-old is heavily expected to make a big-money transfer in January. Newcastle United reportedly are leading the chase, but could face strong rivalry from Real Madrid for a signing valued at around twenty-two million pounds.
